Principal Sourcing Management

AT&T; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 117,000 - 196,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision coverage

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement program

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Paid Parental Leave

Paid Caregiver Leave

Adoption Reimbursement

Disability Benefits

Life and Accidental Death Insurance

Employee discounts

Job summary

AT&T in Atlanta, GA invites an experienced Principal Sourcing Management leader to own end-to-end procurement for mobility suppliers. You will negotiate master agreements, drive sourcing strategies, and manage Tier-1 and Tier-2 OEM/ODM relationships to ensure cost efficiency and timely product launches.

You will work with Legal, Risk, Finance, Product, Marketing, Planning, and Supply Chain, overseeing performance metrics and governance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field is preferred.
• Minimum 7+ years of related experience in procurement or supply chain.
• Experience with Mobility supplier negotiations is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex commercial negotiations covering pricing, terms, warranties, and delivery obligations.
• Develop and execute sourcing strategies balancing cost, roadmap, and continuity.
• Monitor supplier performance and manage escalations with cross-functional teams.
• Ensure compliance with corporate policies and regulatory obligations.

Skills

Negotiation

Sourcing strategy

Vendor management

Contract management

RFPs/RFQs

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Job description

This position requires 5 days a week onsite Relocation is not offered Location: Atlanta, GA, Dallas, TX, and Washington, DC

Overall Purpose

This leader will own and optimize procurement strategies by managing, negotiating, monitoring, and sourcing vendor and sub-contractor contracts to ensure cost-effective and efficient supply chain operations. In this role, you will own the end-to-end sourcing lifecycle, manage Business Unit relationships, support new product launches, and work with Tier-1 and Tier-2 ODMs/ OEMs. As a Principal Leader you will sit at the intersection of product, planning, and marketing to ensure our hardware portfolio is innovative, scalable, and highly competitive in the global market.

Key Roles and Responsibilities

• Contract Negotiation and Management Own the negotiation and lifecycle management of agreements for an assigned portfolio of strategic Mobility suppliers, including Master Purchase Agreements (MPAs), promotional agreements, amendments, and Letters of Intent (LOIs). Lead complex commercial negotiations covering pricing, payment terms, product commitments, warranties, credits, delivery obligations, risk protections, and other key business terms. Partner across Legal, Risk, Finance, Product, Marketing, Planning, and Supply Chain to coordinate approvals, resolve issues, and drive agreements through execution in support of product launches and business priorities.
• Sourcing Strategy Development Develop and execute sourcing and category strategies for assigned Mobility suppliers and device programs, balancing total cost, product roadmap requirements, supply continuity, speed to market, and long-term commercial value. Use market intelligence, cost analysis, supplier capabilities, and emerging technology trends to inform negotiation strategies and identify opportunities to strengthen AT&T’s competitive position. Lead RFPs/RFQs and evaluate new suppliers, technologies, and commercial models where they can improve cost, resilience, innovation, or business outcomes.
• Vendor and Sub-contractor Management Serve as the strategic commercial lead for assigned Tier-1 and Tier-2 OEM/ODM relationships, building strong partnerships while maintaining accountability for contractual and business commitments. Monitor supplier performance across cost, quality, delivery, launch readiness, contract compliance, and commercial commitments; lead resolution of material issues and escalations. Manage commercial matters including promotional funding and credits, licensing or other contractual issues, invoicing, and receivables in partnership with internal stakeholders.
• Risk Management and Compliance Anticipate and assess supply, cost, technology, geopolitical, and commercial risks that could affect device availability, product launches, or financial performance. Develop and execute mitigation strategies, including alternate sourcing, contractual protections, allocation and capacity planning, and other actions that strengthen supply continuity. Ensure sourcing and contracting activities follow applicable corporate policies, approval requirements, and regulatory obligations, partnering with Legal, Risk, Security, and other stakeholders as appropriate.
• Performance Monitoring and Process Improvement Establish and monitor supplier, sourcing, and commercial performance metrics; translate insights into clear recommendations and actions for senior leadership. Prepare executive-level analyses and updates on negotiations, supplier performance, market dynamics, risks, and financial impacts to support strategic decision-making. Identify and lead improvements that simplify sourcing and contracting processes, strengthen governance, improve cycle time, and increase the effectiveness of Mobility sourcing operations.
• Job Contribution An expert in strategic sourcing and supplier management who applies broad business knowledge, Mobility market insight, and an understanding of emerging technologies to solve complex commercial and supply-chain challenges and drive measurable business results. Leads critical, high-impact sourcing initiatives and complex supplier negotiations with significant financial, operational, and customer impact. Operates with minimal oversight, exercising sound judgment in ambiguous and rapidly changing market conditions. Advises senior leaders, develops executive-ready recommendations, and influences cross-functional decisions related to supplier strategy, commercial terms, risk, and product readiness. Serves as a thought leader and mentor, sharing expertise and helping others navigate complex sourcing, contracting, and supplier-management challenges.
• Supervisor – No Education/Experience Bachelor’s degree (BS/BA) desired. 7+ years of related experience. Master’s degree preferred Preferred experience in the Telecommunication industry

Our Principal Sourcing Management jobs earn between $116,700.00 - $196,100.00 USD Annual. Not to mention all the other amazing rewards that working at AT&T offers. Individual starting salary within this range may depend on geography, experience, expertise, and education/training.

Joining our team comes with amazing perks and benefits:

• Medical/Dental/Vision coverage
• 401(k) plan
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Paid Time Off and Holidays (based on date of hire, at least 23 days of vacation each year and 9 company-designated holidays)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Caregiver Leave
• Additional sick leave beyond what state and local law require may be available but is unprotected
• Adoption Reimbursement
• Disability Benefits (short term and long term)
• Life and Accidental Death Insurance
• Supplemental benefit programs: critical illness/accident hospital indemnity/group legal
• Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
• Extensive employee wellness programs
• Employee discounts up to 50% off on eligible AT&T mobility plans and accessories, AT&T internet (and fiber where available) and AT&T phone

Weekly Hours: 40

Time Type: Regular

Location: Atlanta, Georgia, Dallas, Texas, Washington, District of Columbia

Salary Range: $116,700.00 - $196,100.00

Equal Employment Opportunity

AT&T and its subsidiaries are committed to equal employment opportunity. All hiring, promotion, and other employment decisions remain merit-based and free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, physical disability, mental disability, pregnancy, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military status, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. In addition, AT&T will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.

AT&T is a fair chance employer and does not initiate a background check until an offer is made.

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